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Hurricanes Sweep Flyers in Game 1, Stankoven Shines
3 May
Summary
- Logan Stankoven scored two goals to lead Carolina's offense.
- Frederik Andersen recorded a shutout with 19 saves against Philadelphia.
- The Flyers' power play struggled, going 0-for-4 in the game.
The Carolina Hurricanes began their second-round series against the Philadelphia Flyers with a dominant 3-0 victory, silencing any concerns about rust after a week-long break. Logan Stankoven was the star, scoring two goals and continuing his impressive postseason form. He now has six goals in six playoff games and holds a record for the youngest player to start a postseason on a five-game goal streak.
Goaltender Frederik Andersen was stellar, stopping all 19 shots he faced to earn the shutout. The Hurricanes' defense largely stifled the Flyers, who were coming off a series win against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Philadelphia struggled to generate offense, managing only 19 shots and failing to capitalize on their power-play opportunities, going 0-for-4.
Philadelphia’s lineup changes, including the absence of Owen Tippett due to injury, did not provide the spark they needed. The Flyers' power play has been a significant weakness throughout the playoffs, converting only two of 21 chances. Game 2 is scheduled for Monday at the Lenovo Center.
